This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent. Top assignee: Zellweger Uster, Inc.. Active years: 2000.
Company Filing History:
Years Active: 2000
Title: Innovations of Stefan Weidmann
Introduction
Stefan Weidmann is an accomplished inventor based in Knoxville, TN (US). He has made significant contributions to the field of fiber measurement technology. His innovative approach has led to the development of a unique device that enhances the quality control processes in textile manufacturing.
Latest Patents
Stefan holds a patent for an "On-line sliver monitor." This device is designed to measure properties of fiber in a sliver. It features a first and second curved aluminum guide piece, which is coated with either Teflon or ceramic. These guides compress the sliver of fiber, allowing for accurate measurement. A Xenon bulb provides light that passes through a transparent window in the first guide piece. The light then travels through the sliver of fiber and exits through a second transparent window in the second guide piece. The light is focused by optics onto a charge coupled device camera, which uses an array of pixels to create an image of the compressed sliver of fiber. A pulse generator provides simultaneous trigger signals to the Xenon bulb and the camera, ensuring that the image is captured at the same time as the light is produced. The processing means identify patterns of dark pixels in the array as trash, neps, seed coat neps, and other impurities in the fiber by comparing the patterns with a lookup table. Stefan's innovative device has the potential to significantly improve the efficiency and accuracy of fiber quality assessments.
Career Highlights
Stefan is currently employed at Zellweger Uster, Inc., where he continues to develop and refine technologies related to fiber measurement. His work has been instrumental in advancing the capabilities of textile manufacturing processes.
Collaborations
Stefan has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Youe-Tsyr Chu and Joseph M Yankey. Their combined expertise has contributed to the success of various projects within the company.
Conclusion
Stefan Weidmann's contributions to the field of fiber measurement technology exemplify the spirit of innovation. His patented device, the On-line sliver monitor, showcases his commitment to improving quality control in textile manufacturing. Through his work at Zellweger Uster, Inc., he continues to make a significant impact in the industry.